How many syllables in “forego”?
syllables in "forego"
Word details
Syllables
3
fo · re · go
Letters
6
f · o · r · e · g · o
Scrabble
10
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About the word “forego”
The word “forego” contains 3 syllables, divided as fo · re · go. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forego" have?
"forego" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "forego" into syllables?
"forego" is divided into syllables as: fo · re · go.
What is the Scrabble score for "forego"?
The Scrabble score for "forego" is 10 points.
Using “forego” in writing
Three-syllable words like "forego" (fo · re · go) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “forego” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.